Posted: Oct 9, 2025

Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Government, Public Service, and International Studies

University of Central Arkansas - Conway, AR

Application Deadline: N/A

The Department of Government, Public Service, and International Studies at the University of Central Arkansas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the field of American Government & Politics beginning in August 2026. Teaching responsibilities include introductory sections of U.S. government & politics and upper-division courses in some of the areas of political behavior and institutions, such as the presidency, voting behavior, elections, political parties, and interest groups. The successful candidate will possess excellent teaching skills and demonstrate a record of (or the potential for) scholarly research, presentations, and publications. The required educational background for this position is a Ph.D. in Political Science with a primary teaching and research emphasis in the field of American Government & Politics. Applications from candidates who expect to defend their dissertation and complete their Ph.D. in Political Science by August 2026 are welcomed. To apply, please submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, academic transcripts covering graduate degrees and coursework, three letters of recommendation (including references regarding a candidate’s teaching record or potential), a scholarly writing sample, course syllabi (if available), and teaching evaluations (if applicable) on UCA’s online application system (https://jobs.uca.edu). Departmental review of applications will begin on November 1, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please submit a complete application by October 31, 2025.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Job responsibilities include teaching a full load of courses in the fall and spring semesters, research and scholarship in areas of expertise, and service in the department, college, university, and profession.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Skills Considered Essential for Success

Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
Ability to make sound judgments.
Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
Civility in all interactions.
Demonstrate effective follow-up.

Required Education and/or Experience

ABD or PhD in Political Science

Preferred Education and/or Experience License(s)/Certifications (Required or Preferred) University, Campus, and Community Description

Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas.
Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students and employs over 1,300 full-time employees. The university offers more than 85 undergraduate and 59 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities.